National News
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Skydiving Plane Crash In Northern France Leaves 11 Dead
A skydiving plane has crashed in north-eastern France, killing all 11 people on board..
England Captain Ben Stokes To Retire From International Cricket After NZ Test
England captain Ben Stokes has announced his bombshell retirement from international cricket..
Body Of Boy 15 Found Near Reservoir As Police Warn Enjoy Warm Weather Safely
The body of a 15-year-old boy has been recovered near a reservoir in what police called a “sad reminder of the dangers of entering open water”..
Retail Crime Running Riot Warns Labour As Shoplifting And Assaults Rise
Retail crime is “running riot” as shoplifting and assaults on staff have risen in the past year, Scottish Labour has said..
Police Facing Mountain Of Pressures As Millions Spent On Overtime Lib Dems
Police officers are facing a “mountain of pressures”, the Scottish Liberal Democrats have said as figures showed millions has been paid out in overtime..
Fatboy Slim Getting Sober Was Probably The Hardest Thing Ive Ever Done
Celebrity DJ Fatboy Slim has called his alcohol addiction a “parasite” and said getting sober was “probably the hardest thing I’ve ever done”..
Steve Clarke Departs As Scotland Boss
It follows Scotland's exit from the World Cup.
Steve Clarke Steps Down As Scotland Boss
It's after his side exited the World Cup, with three points in Group C.
England Progress To Last 32 In The World Cup
Thomas Tuchel's side won 2-0 to progress as group winners.
England Battle To Victory Over Stubborn Panama
Thomas Tuchel's side won 2-0 to progress as group winners.
Temperatures To Drop After Record Breaking Heatwave
Temperatures will drop with thunderstorm warnings issued following a heatwave that saw the record June temperature broken three days in a row..
England Boss Thomas Tuchel Confirms Reece James Will Miss Panama Clash
Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Reece James will miss England’s final group match and faces a race against time to be fit for their first World Cup knockout match..
Madonna Tight Lipped On Kylie Duet
Queen of Pop refuses to confirm if Kylie is on her new album.
Tories Pledge To Make Serving In The Reserve Service Tax Free
The Conservatives have pledged to make serving in the reserves tax free as part of plans to boost the size of Britain’s armed forces..
Newly Released Video Shows Henry Nowak Killer Lying To Police Officers
Further police body-worn video footage has been released showing Vickrum Digwa lying to officers that he had been “racially attacked” by student Henry Nowak..
Current UK Weather Conditions Perfect For A Surge In Mosquitoes
Current UK weather conditions are perfect for a surge in mosquitoes, leading to bites, an expert has warned..
Divers Revitalise Site Of Wrecked Georgian Warship
Volunteer divers have revitalised a dive trail to the site of a Georgian warship..
More Military Barracks To House Asylum Seekers As Home Office Shuts Hotels
The Home Office is planning to use more former military barracks to house thousands of asylum seekers in its quest to shut more hotels..
Clarence House To Remain Kings London Home When Buckingham Palace Work Complete
The King and Queen will not live at Buckingham Palace once almost £370 million of refurbishment work to make the landmark fit for purpose has been completed..
Swinney Hits Back At Baseless Claims Of SNP Cover Up Of Murrells Crimes
John Swinney has hit back at claims he was involved in an SNP cover-up of Peter Murrell’s crimes, with the First Minister insisting such suggestions are “utterly and totally baseless”..
Local News
Coastal community celebrates Great Big Green Week
Littlehampton is taking part in the Great Big Green Week from June 6 to 14, the UK’s biggest celebration of community-led action for climate and nature.
'Are written examinations really the best and only way to assess people?'
The news that some international A-level exam papers were leaked online is a blow to the many students who have had their exam papers voided.
BAFTA-winning comedian Tom Davis set for theatre appearance
A BAFTA award-winning comedian is coming to Eastbourne .
Step back in time with summer of history and theatre events
Hands-on history, open-air theatre and immersive storytelling are all on offer at the Weald & Downland Living Museum.
Labour leader welcomes public ownership of Southern rail services
Southern rail services have been brought into public ownership, marking a major shift in how the UK rail network are managed.
Comedy club announces star-studded line-up for theatre show
Stitches Comedy Club set to return to Eastbourne this month.
More than 1,600 people attend inaugural seaside sauna festival
More than 1,600 people soaked up the heat at first-ever Brighton Sauna Festival.
Palace to host immersive dragon-themed banquet for one night only
After dark on July 2, something magical and mythical is happening at Brighton’s Royal Pavilion.
PCC pays tribute to volunteers helping keep Sussex safe
Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Katy Bourne is celebrating the vital contribution made by volunteers who support local policing and community safety initiatives across the county.
Theatre legend steps back from leading role in Atonement premiere
Dame Sian Phillips has withdrawn from the stage production of Atonement in Chichester.
Step inside a 1950s jazz club at unique new live music event
A jazz club experience is bringing the spirit of 1950s New York to Midhurst.
Disney Princesses to take centre stage in live concert tour
Disney Princess – The Concert is set to tour the UK for the first time next year.
Couple raise more than £38,000 with ultra challenge in son’s memory
A couple, who lost their son to a rare genetic condition, have raised more than £38,000 after completing the 100km London to Brighton Ultra Challenge.
Community funding reaches £16m for improvement projects across district
A total of £16 million of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding has been given to Wealden district parish and town councils since its introduction.
Thousands of drivers caught committing offences by police AI cameras
A total of 2,294 offences were recorded during a trial of AI road safety cameras on the A283 in West Sussex, between Steyning and Shoreham.
Unusual steam-powered vehicle seen holding up traffic on busy A-road
Drivers on the A272 near Haywards Heath got an unexpected blast from the past at around 4pm on Wednesday when a vintage steam traction engine rumbled along the road.
Plans for extra homes next to major housing development refused
A bid to build extra homes next to a major housing development in Hastings has been turned down by council planners.
Live updates as A-road closed while 'dangerous' tree removed
The A29 Bognor Road in Broadbridge Heath, near to Horsham in West Sussex, is closed while a 'dangerous tree' is removed, according to West Sussex Highways.
Man charged over incident involving suspected imitation firearm
A man has been charged after an incident involving a suspected imitation firearm.
Pub landlady says crowds that closed street during Pride not linked to venue
Swelling crowds which led to a road closing during last year's Brighton Pride were not linked with a St James's Street pub, its landlady says.









































